bonsoir,
je dois passer un week end à bordeaux en décembre, qu'y a t'il a voir en priorité ( 2 jours c'est court )qui peut me donner des idées de circuits pour ne pas perdre trop de temps et voir un max de chose ?
merci d'avance
il y a bien sur bcp de vignoble a visiter, je crois que si tu y es pendant 2 jours, ca vaudrais la peine, si tu tintéresse aux vins bien sur...
visite a pied de la ville, moi je suis allée direct a l'info touristique, je leur ai dit le temps que je serais a bordeaux (1 pm!!! donc environ 4-5 heures), et mes points d'intérets, ils mont fait un trajet a pied des points importants a visiter dans la ville...
après 1 an à Bordeaux, voilà les endroits que je pourrais te conseiller : la place des Augustins (proche de la place de la Victoire) le quartier arabe (marché aux puces le dimanche matin je crois) et ses ruelles la rue Ste-Catherine (mais en décembre il y aura BEAUCOUP de monde, surtout le week-end), et le Grand Théâtre les petites rues parallèles à la Ste-Cath', et notamment celle qui passe sous la Grosse Cloche (j'ai oublié le nom) les quais à hauteur du Croiseur ont été bien aménagés, et il y a un petit marché le dimanche, le Pont de Pierre est à voir. pour une envie ciné, vise l'Utopia, il vaut le coup d'oeil. De même que la placette sur laquelle il donne. une sortie vers le vignoble (que je ne connais absolument pas) peut être très sympa
Petite pensée en passant au lycée Montaigne, à mes profs, aux agros de l'année... et de mon année.
Ju'
"Le plus court chemin qui vous ammène au port d'attache, vous conduit d'abord autour du monde" (Sylvain Tesson)
"Le fou s'élance avec force, là où le sage hésite à poser le pied" A.-F. Tschiffely
Pour les vignobles, moins intéressant en décembre évidemment mais pour les grands châteaux (Yquem, Latour, Mouton, etc...), réserve via leur adresse internet ou demande à l'Office de tourisme de Bordeaux.
Pauillac est l'endroit que j'ai aimé le plus... Manger sur les quais, la Gironde tout devant...
à Bordeaux, la rue Ste Cath est très jolie. Il y a aussi l'église St-André et St-Michel, le quai des Chartrons, le tramway et bien sûr la Rocade!! 😄
Bon voyage même si 2 jours, c'est bien court...!
"OO"
"Plus il y a de fous, moins il y a de riz"
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hello, je me permet de faire quelques commentaires au post de Mancha 😊
la place des Augustins (proche de la place de la Victoire)
bizarre .... j'aurais jamais pensé quelle pouvait presenter un quelconque interêt 😮 à part sa proximité de la Victoire peut être ?
- le quartier arabe (marché aux puces le dimanche matin je crois) et ses ruelles
pour les bordelais c'est le quartier st Michel, le plus animé, vivant et populaire de Bordeaux, melange de populations et de generations ; brocante tous les matins, marché alimentaire le samedi et plutôt textile le lundi, ambiance sympa le dimanche matin
- la rue Ste-Catherine uniquement pour faire du shopping
- pour une envie ciné, vise l'Utopia, il vaut le coup d'oeil. De même que la placette sur laquelle il donne.
dans le quartier st Pierre, anciennement populaire et nouvellement bobos, c'est le quartier des restaus, un des seuls animés le soir ; c'est vrai qu'il faut entrer à l'Utopia ancienne eglise transformée en ciné, etonnant et reussit
pour les monuments c'est : le Grand Theatre, la façade des quais (sans le Colbert, il est enfin parti ! ) avec la place de la Bourse et le pont de Pierre, les rues du quartier st Pierre, la Grosse Cloche, la porte Cailhau, la place Pey-Berland ...
je rajouterai mes coups de coeur :- les bassins à flots et la base sous marine, surement pas mentionnés dans les guides mais un endroit etonnant à decouvrir-la Maison Cantonnale rue de Nuits, dans le quartier de la Bastide rive droite de la Garonne, un bijou de l'art deco, le soir eclairée elle est superbe
j'en oublie surement, à part les bassins à flots un peu excentrés, tout est accessible facilement à pied en tram ou en velo
pour plus d'infos sur la ville ou la campagne environnante, à ta dispo 🙂
j'y ai habité agreablement quelques années, mais objectivement on ne peut pas dire que ce soit incontournable parmi les visites classiques de Bordeaux 😉
Bonjour,
Quand tu parles de la place des augustins je suppose que c'est la petite place à 100 m de la Victoire, les 2 ne ma paraissent pas (plus ?) incontournables.
Manger un kebab sur la place St Michel, c'est génial en été, en hiver, reste au chaud (plein de restos près de la place St Pierre, rue des Faussets)
La rue qui passe sous la grosse cloche, c'est la rue St James, depuis St Cath' prendre le cours Victor Hugo vers les quais, elle sera à gauche (un parking aérien avec un détail surprenant un peu avant)
Les quais sont superbes désormais de la place de la bourse au quartier des Chartrons plus au nord (musée d'art contemporain, le CAPC rue Ferrère - sur la gauche en remontant les quais après l'esplanade des Quinconces - j'adore cet endroit, terrasse sur le toit, expos temporaires)
Il y a aussi le musée d'Aquitaine expos temporaires de qualité variable et permanente archéologique (mais je crois qu'il y a des travaux importants en ce moment).
Tu peux aussi opter pour un coucher de soleil derrière la bourse depuis la rive droite et son espace vert.
Autres incontournables touristiques : la place Pey-Berland et sa cathédrale, le jardin public, les cours de l'intendance, de Tourny, du chapeau rouge (grand théatre), place du parlement, porte dijeaux...
Après, Bichone, tout dépend d'où tu arrives, en train ? en voiture ? Je peux te suggérer un parcours à pied depuis la gare ou ailleurs ou un parcours en voiture par St Emilion ou le médoc.
Pour être allé à Bordeaux 2 ou 3 fois pour aller voir des potes, je conseille d'aller au bar chez Auguste, à la victoire!
La pinte à 2 euros 50 en happy hour!🙂 C'est mon endroit préféré!😎
Je sais, je ne fait pas avancer les débats, mais bon...
Un peu d'humour que diable!😛
bonsoir
merci pour les infos, j'arrive en voiture et loge à meriadeck, je veux bien ton circuit piéton, car nous voulons rester dans le centre ville, notre séjour étant vraiment très court.
Bonjour,
Tout d'abord, le tram qui passe à Mériadeck (ligne A) t'emmène porte de Bourgogne à 2 pas de St Michel et rive droite par le pont de pierre (prendre direction Lormont, ne pas decendre plus loin que Stalingrad, rive droite). Tu peux prendre des tickets 5 ou 10 voyages (distributeurs aux arrêts CB ou espèces). Très facile de se réperer (itinéraire indiqué dans les tram comme dans le métro).
Depuis Mériadeck à pied, tu peux longer cette même ligne de tram en passant devant le tribunal, tu arrives à la place Pey-Berland et la cathédrale St André derrière l'hotel de ville en 2 minutes. Prend une des rues qui va vers le nord pour la 1ère à droite (rue des 3 conils) jusqu'à la place St projet ou tu croises la rue St Catherine (shopping possible tout le long de la rue les grandes enseignes étant majoritairement à gauche vers le nord et rue Porte de Dijeaux un peu plus haut) mais je te conseille d'aller tout droit vers la place Camille Jullian où se trouve le fameux cinéma Utopia, continue vers l'est rue Maucoudinat puis à gauche rue des bahutiers pour arriver place St Pierre au nord de laquelle se trouve la rue des faussets et mon resto préféré de Bordeaux (dont je peux te donner le nom en message privé, je tiens à ce qu'il reste un resto d'habitués) et la rue du parlement St Pierre qui t'amène à la place du parlement depuis la quelle remonte la rue des lauriers, tu arrives rue St remy : à droite vers la Place de la Bourse (au bord des quais : le "miroir d'eau", sorte de nid à microbes pour petits et grands enfants qui veulent se rafraichir, qui sera enfin désert en décembre), remonte un tout petit peu les quais pour avoir la place J Jaurès à gauche et le cours du Chapeau Rouge au bout duquel tu verras à droite le Grand Théatre et qui se prolonge par le cours de l'intendance en face, à droite les allées Tourny et entre les 2 le marché des grands Hommes, partout boutique ultra chère : le triangle d'or.
Plus au nord tu as l'esplanade des Quinconces et le monument des girondins. Derrière celui- ci, passe par une des rues pour récupérer le cours de Verdun, vers le nord pour aller à gauche au jardin public reposer tes pieds et à droite rue Ferrère pour aller au CAPC (musée d'art contemporain) et récupérer les quais d'où tu peux continuer la balade vers le nord en longeant la Garonne (quartier des antiquaires : les Chartrons) ou vers le sud toujours en longeant la Garonne pour revenir prendre le tramway aux Quinconces si tu es fatigué/cours Alsace Lorraine - arrêt "place du palais"- si tu veux voir la porte Cailhau un peu avant ou Porte de Bourgogne pour aller rive droite et/ou voir du plus près le pont de pierre, ou alors tu poursuis un peu après la porte de Bourgogne pour voir la place St Michel (y manger un kebab pour 4 euros avec les frites : mmm... là aussi j'ai une adresse) tu pourras ainsi revenir par le cours Victor Hugo et voir la grosse cloche (à droite ce coup là donc) et le parking avec son petit détail surprenant puis tu recroises la rue St Cath' puis le cours pasteur qui te mène vers le nord à la place Pey Berland en passant devant le musée d'Aquitaine).
Si tu vas rive droite, la vue est chouette, surtout au coucher du soleil ou la nuit mais je ne vois pas autre chose à voir à part l'ancienne gare d'Orléans devenue un grand cinéma.
Tu pourras faire une pause un peu partout mais c'est très cher vers le triangle d'or et le jardin public, beaucoup moins à St Michel et correct ailleurs.
Voilà un beau programme, si tu as des questions, je te réponds lundi.
lien peut-être utile : http://www.bordeaux-tourisme.com/images/pdf/plan_touristique_bordeaux.pdf
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Bonjour,
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Hello,
I’ve visited Corsica several times with our kids, and we loved the warm welcome and friendliness of the locals as we explored many villages. We’re originally from the JURA region.
Now that we’re retired, we’d like to live somewhere between Bastia and Porto-Vecchio.
Which village or town would you recommend for a peaceful and welcoming lifestyle?
We’re planning to spend a few days in Valencia and the surrounding area. Can you recommend the must-see sights?
PS: If you know any great restaurants, we’re all ears!
It’s official: our Lyon weekend is confirmed from June 12th to 14th (girls only, no kids!). Do you have any must-see spots to recommend? Are there any exhibitions happening around that time?
Which places do you suggest for going out and having a good time?
Hi,
Our son, currently in Central America, will board a sailboat on 04/16 to cross the Atlantic. He’s expected to arrive around 05/31 in Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhône, and we’d like to welcome him on the day he arrives.
I’m looking for accommodation in the area for a few days around that date, from which we can explore the Camargue. We’ll be bringing our e-bikes.
Could you tell me which towns to look in and which areas to avoid, please? I think Port-Saint-Louis isn’t a great option if we want to avoid the toll for the ferry every time we leave by car.
Thanks for your tips.
Claire
PS: Are there a lot of mosquitoes in late May/early June?
Hi everyone! I’m Loubna, I’m Algerian. My friends and I are planning a trip to France, but we don’t know this region at all. Could you help us out? Thanks in advance!
Hi there, I’m facing a pretty big and important dilemma—I moved to Argentina (Buenos Aires) when I was 20, and now, at 30, I’m coming back to France.
I’m looking for a city to live in and build a life for the next several years. I’m a single guy, so that’s the context.
The thing is, I have quite a few strict criteria...
First and foremost, I *need* a city that’s bustling with people everywhere—I really don’t like quiet, small countryside towns.
Nightlife is super important to me, especially on weekends. It’s crucial that there’s a wide range of options for going out in the evening (mostly bars—I’m not really into nightclubs, but I’d like to be one day if possible).
The social aspect is the *most* important thing (honestly, the *only* thing that matters to me). I don’t care at all about living conditions, safety, cleanliness, or whether things work smoothly.
But I *do* need a place where people are generally "chill"—not cold, rigid, or overly professional, with social norms that don’t make my head spin. I know I’ll never find the same Latin vibe here in France, haha, but I’m trying to survive anyway.
In France, I’ve always lived in Essonne (91), around Bures-sur-Yvette / Les Ulis / Gif / Orsay, etc. I *hate* it—way too quiet, empty streets, and zero activities that suit me. There’s not a single proper bar in any of the surrounding towns, just PMU tobacco shops, and nightlife is nonexistent.
I went to Hossegor once with friends—great vibe, nightlife, bars, beach, etc. But I’m guessing it’s *super* expensive to buy a place there, close to the action (and I’m not even sure if it’s a nice place to live overall).
When I came back to France, I spent 3 months in Paris because I thought it would obviously be the closest to what I was looking for. I still have horrible memories of it—it haunted me so much that I had to escape the capital in a hurry... And I was (I think?) in one of the best neighborhoods for my tastes: Belleville.
So here I am, going in circles because I don’t know enough about French cities. All my friends love quiet, small provincial towns or even living alone in the mountains.
A couple told me about Montreuil, but they were there a long time ago, so I don’t know what it’s like now. They said there was activity, that the city was pretty big, and that there was a good nightlife scene (bars, nightclubs, all kinds of outings), plus the metro (which would make it easy to get to Paris or for people to come to Montreuil from Paris).
So, for now, Montreuil is my only option, but I’m scared and would love other opinions (on Montreuil and other possibilities).
Sorry for the novel, but this is *really* important to me—my future depends on it, in a way ^^'
Thanks so much for reading and for any help you can give!
Hello,
At the beginning of June, we’ll be spending a few days in Sardinia. We’ve decided to return via a detour through Corsica and want to make the crossing from Santa Teresa di Gallura to Bonifacio (2 people and 1 car). There are currently two companies, Moby Lines and Ichnusa Lines, that operate this route. Unfortunately, we don’t know either of them at all. The prices and crossing times are pretty much the same, and we’d like to choose the most reliable one (punctuality/risk of cancellation for a booked crossing) and, if possible, the more comfortable of the two. Could you share your thoughts on either company to help us decide? Thanks in advance for your replies.
Have a great day.
I’m thinking about planning several short trips in France outside peak tourist seasons, especially in spring and autumn.
The idea would be to prioritize:
- fewer crowds at tourist sites
- more affordable accommodation prices
- a more local atmosphere
However, I also have some concerns about:
- attractions or restaurants sometimes being closed
- more unpredictable weather depending on the region
- less frequent transportation in certain areas
For those of you who’ve traveled in France off-season before, what do you think were the main pros and cons?
Are there any regions or specific times that are particularly worth prioritizing?
I’m looking for a ski resort in the Massif Central for a family trip—two adults and three kids (ages 4, 5, and 6)—for a week between late February and early March.
The main goal is to introduce my kids to skiing, so I’m looking for a resort that’s really "family-friendly." But honestly, almost every resort (Super-Besse, Mont-Dore, Lioran, etc.) claims to be family-friendly, so I’m not sure which one to choose. Plus, it’s not always easy to check the location of accommodations on booking sites.
For what I have in mind, we don’t need 30 km of slopes. What would be ideal, though, is a resort that’s mostly pedestrian-friendly, with lodging within a reasonable distance from the base of the slopes and a ski school available.
I’ve read some things here about places like "Chalmazel-Jeansagnière," but the thread is a bit old.
Hi,
We’re heading to Corsica at the end of July, and after a 4-night stay in Zonza, I’d like to head toward Cargèse or Porto to visit the Calanques de Piana. What’s the actual travel time? Maps says 2h40/3h, but I’m wondering if that’s really accurate.
How long does it take to get back to Ajaccio Airport afterward?
Thanks!
I’m planning a trip to Normandy and, after reading quite a few posts here, I still have some questions about the most logical order to avoid spending too much time on the road.
The idea is to have a fairly smooth itinerary, taking the time to enjoy the places, over about ten days (possibly a little more), combining the coast and the inland areas.
I’m particularly wondering about:
– The best starting point (starting with Mont-Saint-Michel or saving it for the end)
– The balance between the coastline and more inland areas
– The areas where it’s really worth slowing down the pace
If any of you have done a route that felt particularly coherent, your feedback would really help me fine-tune the planning.
Hi,
I saw that the first tram from Pont du Garigliano leaves at 5:15 AM, and by taking the RER B at Cité Universitaire afterward, I’d arrive at Roissy at 6:30 AM—2 hours before my international flight.
Is this doable, or not? If anyone’s done this before, I’d love to hear about it.
Thanks
Hi there,
We’re about to finalize a booking for late July near the Pink Granite Coast. We’re wondering about the traffic jams that could make our trip miserable, given how famous the place is—we’re excited to see it too. Could it get pretty bad?
Thanks for sharing your experiences.
In June 2020, my wife and I will be visiting Brittany and Normandy. We’d especially love to explore villages that aren’t part of the usual tourist routes. We enjoy traveling off the beaten path.
We’re reaching out to you all to share which villages we should check out in these two regions.
Thanks.
Here’s the account of the start of our 5/7-day trip in Normandy (then off to the neighbors in... Brittany):
Day 01 from Valenciennes to Mont Saint-Michel: Sunday, September 6, 2020.
After a detour through the south of Lille (picking up our son), we head southwest around 10:00 AM, taking the highways via Amiens, the Pont de Normandie, and Avranches to arrive at "the Mount" around 4:00 PM after 515 km.
Parking P3 (14.20 € for 24 hours) for residents and hotels, located 50 meters from the start of the free round-trip shuttle included in the parking price (not too many tourists at this "late" Sunday hour), and we arrive at the hotel around 4:30 PM.
Triple room with a view of the bay at Hôtel Du Guesclin for 1 night.
From 5:15 PM to 6:30 PM, we tackle the complete tour of the ramparts counterclockwise from the Porte de l’Avancée, via the Tour du Nord (near the abbey entrance), passing in front of the abbey to reach the Tour Gabriel, and back to the start: stunning, not crowded, great weather, and amazing views.
Dinner in the beautiful panoramic restaurant of the hotel, with a bay view at a "window" table (such a nice touch!).
Of course, the day isn’t over, and we can then wander through a deserted main street and its unique atmosphere (photos below labeled "night" even though it’s only 9:15/9:30 PM). What a privilege!
Day 02 from Mont Saint-Michel to Saint-Cast: Monday, September 7, 2020.
After a memorable sunrise over the bay and a sit-down breakfast, we climb the steps to the Abbey for our online-reserved time slot (9:30 AM, 11 € per person).
The "masked group" is quite large, though within normal limits, and the one-way Covid-marked route (with a small brochure) prevents crowds. No need to rush, and 1 hour 15 minutes later, we’re done. Sure, it doesn’t have the charm of a guided tour, but we’re not complaining about being there!
We pick up our bags at the hotel, take the shuttle back, grab the car at Parking P3, and head "south" to Dol-de-Bretagne, 26 km/25 minutes away.
Around noon, the small town is very quiet, and parking in front of the Saint-Samson Cathedral** is free. Across the street, the tourist office is generous with info and gives us a great walking map/circuit: Cathedral, a stroll near the ramparts, the historic center** with its typical shopping streets and half-timbered houses, all covered at a leisurely pace in 45 minutes. Then a picnic on-site.
It’s another 50 km/50 minutes to Saint-Cast-le-Guildo and the Armor Conseil agency for the apartment keys (Résidence du Casino, 72 m², 5th floor, 2 bedrooms, beach 20 meters away, insane morning and evening views, bed linen rental at Ohier 50 meters away, Carrefour City supermarket, and a bakery 200 meters away, plus a town center that hasn’t changed much in 25/30 years. Really, really nice.
After settling in, a short walk is a must up to the heights of the Isle neighborhood behind the seaside residence... memories. Strangely, the well-known Crêperie Bretan’Or seems to be closed, as does the venerable Hôtel du Centre et des Plages (formerly "des Voyageurs")??
And for this reunion evening with the resort, a great crêpe/galette dinner at La Régal’ette, just 100 meters away.
Day’s total: 12 km of walking for sightseeing.
I’m traveling alone from my remote Pyrenees home to Roissy Airport, arriving at Austerlitz Station. I’m a bit nervous about getting to the airport—could you suggest a route?
While you’re at it, maybe you could recommend a budget hotel near the airport?
I’m looking into a trip to Paris around mid-February. I’d love to know more about the temperature (weather) in Paris, museum access (closures or anything else), how easy it is to get around on foot (slippery due to ice?), public transport, etc.
Also, are there any events or activities I absolutely shouldn’t miss? I could adjust my dates based on what you know.
On another note, I’d love to catch a hockey game. Are there any around Paris? I’m happy to watch a few games no matter the level 🏒🥅
FYI, I’m not afraid of the cold since I’m from Quebec 😁😆😆🧑🌾
This summer, we’re planning a family trip to Corsica.
We’ve chosen Sari Solenzara because we want to combine: sea, mountain hikes, natural pools, canyoning, and peace and quiet. Does this choice seem like a good one to you?
Second question: which airport should we prioritize to have the easiest roads to access?
Hi everyone,
We’ve wanted to visit Alsace for a long time to see the famous and well-known "Christmas markets."
Apart from the one in Strasbourg, could you give us some tips on other markets (Sélestat, Colmar, Mulhouse)?
Also, any recommendations for hotels, restaurants, or things to see, etc.?
I know my question is a bit "basic," but we really need some expert advice.
Thanks in advance to all.
I’m planning to spend three days in the Annecy region. What would you recommend visiting? Just so you know, I love nature and enjoy walking, but I prefer hikes that aren’t longer than two hours.
We’ll be back from a river cruise with a stop in Strasbourg for just the afternoon and evening. We’d like to spend the afternoon in either Colmar or Kaysersberg and then return to Strasbourg for dinner and a stroll afterward. I’d love your advice on which spot—Colmar or Kaysersberg—you’d recommend. I’ve noticed there’s a bus line 145 that runs from Colmar to Kaysersberg, taking about 40 minutes and costing around 5 €.
Is there a train or another way to get directly from Strasbourg that’s quick and affordable? I think a taxi would be pretty expensive. The issue is we don’t have much time—our flight is the next morning. We’ve already visited Strasbourg, Colmar, Eguisheim, Ribeauvillé, and Riquewihr about 10 years ago and loved them all. Our river cruise covers the Main, Rhine, and Danube.
We’re really looking forward to seeing places in Germany, like Rothenburg ob der Tauber, among others.
My husband, our 1-year-old son, and I have decided to head to southern France in mid-September.
We don’t know the region at all—it’ll be our first time.
We only have 9 days, and we’re really torn between Provence for its gorgeous villages, its "slow" vibe, Provençal markets, flavors, and colors, and the famous French Riviera for its beaches, ports, and because it’s intrigued us for so long.
I found a beautiful place to stay in a *mas*, but it’s not in the region at all (it’s in the Gard).
My husband found a place he really likes in Saint-Aygulf, but before booking, I’m hesitating and wanted to get some advice.
Obviously, with only 9 days, we clearly have to choose. I thought about splitting the trip in two, but that seems like a bad idea for two reasons: first, we’re traveling with a little one, and second, if we spread ourselves too thin, we risk not seeing anything properly.
Since we don’t know the area at all, I’m worried the coastline might be too built-up with big buildings, etc., like Lloret de Mar (no offense to anyone who loves it—it’s just not what we’re looking for).
Anyway… what would you recommend for a first 9-day trip to the south?
Hi
Does anyone know a reliable and affordable shuttle service from Roissy airport to Lille train station?
I know there are TGVs, but we’d like to avoid a long wait at Roissy station.
Thanks in advance for your tips!
BD
Hi there,
We’re heading to Forcalquier as a couple and would love to explore the Valensole area, including the Verdon Gorge, etc. We’ll be there for 5 days, so I’d like to put together a little rundown of things to see, plus the best tips—what to avoid, what to recommend, restaurants, and so on.
Thanks so much!
Hi everyone, after a stay in the South and one in the North, I’m planning a mini road trip in Corsica (Bastia-Bastia) in June to explore places I haven’t seen yet. Since we’re heading to the mountains later this year, we’ve deliberately skipped the Corsican mountains. Could you share your thoughts and, most importantly, suggest things to see? We love nature, reasonable hikes, peaceful spots, and small villages. No cities. No boat excursions (yes, that includes Piana and Scandola). We already know the area between Bastia and Calvi.
June 7
Flight arrival in Bastia and night at the hotel
June 8
Drive to Calvi (beach and/or fortress)
Meal at Les Boucaniers restaurant
Night in Calvi
June 9
Walk from Calvi fortress to Alga beach
Charcuterie platter at A Casetta Calvi
Night in Calvi
June 10
Drive from Calvi to Piana
Buvette du col de la Croix and visit the orientation table
Chemin des muletiers (Muleteers’ Path)
Or
Sentier de la source des roches bleues (Blue Rocks Spring Trail) counterclockwise
Or (less scenic) Tête du chien (Dog’s Head, starting at the parking lot)
Dinner at Épicerie Castellani in Piana
Night in Piana
June 11
Drive from Piana to Propriano
Arone beach and meal at Le Café de la plage
Drive along the coast, stopping wherever we like
Night in Propriano
June 12
Hike starting from Campomoro in the Jardin du Vent (Wind Garden), and visit the Genoese tower of Campomoro
Meal in Campomoro: restaurant Chez Pierre Paul U spuntinu
Night in Propriano
June 13
Around Propriano (avoid Capu Laurosu beach—sewage treatment plant...)
Night in Propriano
June 14
Drive from Propriano to Bastia airport
Meal at L’Éternisula in Zonza
Aiguilles de Bavella (Hole of the Bomb)
Night at the same hotel as arrival
Hi everyone,
I’m spending two days in Lille. Any places you’d recommend? I was thinking of visiting Vieux Lille, which I’ve been told about.
Would you have any shops, museums, or typical restaurants to suggest for a great time?
